Seoul Travel Guide

Myeongdong Street Food Guide: Tourist Trap vs. Real Eats

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Delicious Kalguksu and Mandu, a highlight of the Myeongdong street food guide.

If you are planning a trip to Seoul, Myeongdong is probably number one on your list. It is the chaotic, neon-lit heart of K-Beauty and street food. You will see thousands of tourists, endless cosmetic shops, and a river of food stalls. However, be careful. Myeongdong is also the easiest place to lose all your … Read more

The Bukhansan Trap: Why Hiking in Korea is Not a “Walk in the Park”

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If you look at a map of Seoul, you will see a big green blob at the top. That is Bukhansan National Park. To a naive foreigner, it looks like a cute nature spot. A place for a casual Sunday stroll to breathe some fresh air. Stop right there. Korean mountains are not “hills.” They … Read more